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Tuck: "The Honeymoon is Over 99 by Joe Pinkerton, Editor There is a certain feeling of optimism that accompanies any conversation with Dr. Tuck, CBC's not so new president. After six months, Tuck realizes "the honeymoon is over" but is ready to tackle headlong the myriad of problems facing the college. The optimism comes from a sense that if anybody is capable of stopping CBC's "downward spiral" it is, indeed, Russell Tuck. As Tuck ponders his short reign at CBC he is generally pleased, noting that "we've gone about as far as we could go in six months." He also cites the enthusiasm of students, staff, and faculty. The latter group, however, exhibits a certain degree of skepticism, a feeling Tuck hopes to overcome with his "revolutionary" ideas. But enthusiasm and excitement alone do not solve problems. As new president, Tuck inherited a set of complex woes that, combined, form a formidable barrier to the college's future success. Tuck worries that the "roller coaster" of student morale will drop again "If current level of morale is not undergirded with substantive changes on campus." Of all the setbacks currently facing CBC, perhaps the most grave is the recent decrease in enrollment and the "planned defeat" that has resulted. When administrators were faced with the lack of incoming tuition this fall, a decision had to be made — cut programs or go into a deficit situation. With trustee approval and after "cutting all we could" the deficit move was taken in order to assure a quality program. In essence, administrators have gambled that there will be an increase of 75 students next year and another increase of 75 in the Fall of 1986. The plan calls for a balanced budget next year with enough profit in the 1986-87 academic year to cover this vear's deficit, a plan Tuck states "is not unusual for institutions." Current budget projections are "amazingly close" to fall projections according to a trustee report submitted by Tom Hixson, vice- president of business affairs. Only the future will tell if the plan will succeed but Tuck adds that the timetable isn't necessarily three years. "The deficit might carry over." When asked if the hoped for enrollment increases weren't unrealistic considering the current national situation and next year's tuition increase, Tuck disagreed citing the beefed-up admissions department, the new pastor's scholarship, and a new feeling of cooperation amongst California Southern Baptists as possibly saving graces, "I'm not a Pollyanna" concluded Tuck. There are more problems at CBC but there are also many good points. Tuck sees the best of these as CBC's unique Christian environment and small size. The biggest weaknessess Tuck sees are lack of curriculum offerings, sports, and student activities. But Tuck is adamant in claiming that real changes are just around the corner. "I've never been part of a program that wasn't excellent" claims Tuck "and CBC will be no exception." In discussing his move to CBC Tuck notes a major cut in pay and some loss in a standard of living. "I came here because God wanted me here, and God didn't bring me here to fail." No, he didn't. Vol. XXVII Issue 8 California Baptist College March 1, 1985 What happened? Trustees Arrive, Meet, Leave The new board of trustees of California Baptist College met for the first time, February 8 and 9 in the A. J. Staples room here at CBC. Major actions taken included the adoption of the 85-86 bedget, a salary increase for all employees, and approval for the expenditure of $50,000 of Bold Venture funds for student life. In the presidential report, Tuck stated that he has been in touch with the city about a connection with the west lane of Magnolia Avenue from Palm Drive. He also introduced new Vice President of Student Affairs, Dennis Sheridan. Tuck's main emphasis was on the need for contributions from major companies. "We need a donor," Tuck Stated emphatically. The Student Life Committee brought a recommendation before the board for $50,000 of Bold Venture money to be allotted for student life. The money will go to the areas of "biggest impact on the students." Areas considered were the residence hall (dorms) and the basement of the W. E. James building (main building). Also recommended by Student Life were the details concerning a non-voting student trustee. The board voted on the budget for the 1985-86 school which includes a 6 percent increase for all employees. The new budget, which is based on an expected increase of 75 students, was passed unanimously. Other recommendations approved by the board include the granting status to the ministration honorary degree for both Rev. Dan Kong and Dr. Bill Hogue (Baccalaureate and Commencement speakers for '85), of divisional Business Ad- Dept., an and a recommendation "that the Office of Admissions . . . report directly to the Vice President of Student Life." Also included in the meeting were promotions for Dr. Don Shannon, Dr. Robert Jabs and Mr. Mack Brandon from Associate Professors to Professors. What is a Trustee? Each year of school has its share of beginnings and endings. New people join us and others leave. The life of a trustee at CBC is much the same. As one trustee leaves, another takes his place - this year has been no exception. CBC has 20 trustees each year. A trustee serves a four- year term beginning in January. Five new trustees are appointed each January. To become a member of CBC's Board of Trustees one must first be nominated, then approved by the Committee of Nominations under the Southern Baptist General Convention of Southern California. The Committee of Nominations has nine members led by Chairman Robert Langley of Long Beach. The Committee recommends four names to be voted on and later approved. Once selected, the new trustees are orientated at CBC. They receive a tour of the campus and an overview of the college's history. In the dif ferent sessions they meet and discuss CBC from every aspect. The newest trustees can then feel more acquainted with both the workings of the college and the students. To be selected as a trustree one must be a member of a church in California's Southern Baptist Convention. In order to keep a wide repr- sentation of California's views, no more than two members of any association may serve together. The Committee also looks for individuals who "can have the biggest impact on the growth and the development of CBC," stated President Tuck. The duties of a trustee, says Tuck, are to "make policy for the college, and give a long term direction evaluation to the President." The Board also gives guidance to the president in decisions. They are not involved in the administrative decisions of the college. At this time, CBC's Board See Trustee, pg. 2 Kellie Kirkpatrick registers surprise as Clancy Shehan looks on. Sweet Homecoming Kellie Kirkpatrick was honored as the 1985 Homecoming Queen at the half-time celebration of the basketball game between CBC's Lancers and Azusa Pacific University's Cougars. The five senior princesses vying for Homecoming Queen were Gaye Adams of Anaheim; Jamie Brumage of Camarillo; Debbie Hadley of San Ramon; Kellie Kirkpatrick of Thousand Oaks and Lou Ann McCoy of Fresno. Gaye, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Adams, is a psychology and physical education major. Jamie, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Brumage, is a liberal arts major. Debbie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marquis Hadley, is a physical education and English major. Kellie, the daughter of Bruce Kirkpatrick and Aellene Kirkpatrick, is a music major. Lou Ann, the daughter of Mildred McCoy of Fresno, is a business administration and political science/public administration major. See Homecoming, pg. 4
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Title | The Banner, Vol. 27 No. 8 - March 1, 1985 |
Subject | California Baptist University -- Students -- Periodicals. College student newspapers and periodicals -- California. |
Description | The Banner is the student newspaper of California Baptist University. It has been in continuous publication since 1952. |
Creator | California Baptist University |
Date | March 01 1985 |
Type | Text |
Language | en |
Rights | Copyright California Baptist University. All Rights Reserved. |
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Title | 1985-03-01-001 |
Transcript | Tuck: "The Honeymoon is Over 99 by Joe Pinkerton, Editor There is a certain feeling of optimism that accompanies any conversation with Dr. Tuck, CBC's not so new president. After six months, Tuck realizes "the honeymoon is over" but is ready to tackle headlong the myriad of problems facing the college. The optimism comes from a sense that if anybody is capable of stopping CBC's "downward spiral" it is, indeed, Russell Tuck. As Tuck ponders his short reign at CBC he is generally pleased, noting that "we've gone about as far as we could go in six months." He also cites the enthusiasm of students, staff, and faculty. The latter group, however, exhibits a certain degree of skepticism, a feeling Tuck hopes to overcome with his "revolutionary" ideas. But enthusiasm and excitement alone do not solve problems. As new president, Tuck inherited a set of complex woes that, combined, form a formidable barrier to the college's future success. Tuck worries that the "roller coaster" of student morale will drop again "If current level of morale is not undergirded with substantive changes on campus." Of all the setbacks currently facing CBC, perhaps the most grave is the recent decrease in enrollment and the "planned defeat" that has resulted. When administrators were faced with the lack of incoming tuition this fall, a decision had to be made — cut programs or go into a deficit situation. With trustee approval and after "cutting all we could" the deficit move was taken in order to assure a quality program. In essence, administrators have gambled that there will be an increase of 75 students next year and another increase of 75 in the Fall of 1986. The plan calls for a balanced budget next year with enough profit in the 1986-87 academic year to cover this vear's deficit, a plan Tuck states "is not unusual for institutions." Current budget projections are "amazingly close" to fall projections according to a trustee report submitted by Tom Hixson, vice- president of business affairs. Only the future will tell if the plan will succeed but Tuck adds that the timetable isn't necessarily three years. "The deficit might carry over." When asked if the hoped for enrollment increases weren't unrealistic considering the current national situation and next year's tuition increase, Tuck disagreed citing the beefed-up admissions department, the new pastor's scholarship, and a new feeling of cooperation amongst California Southern Baptists as possibly saving graces, "I'm not a Pollyanna" concluded Tuck. There are more problems at CBC but there are also many good points. Tuck sees the best of these as CBC's unique Christian environment and small size. The biggest weaknessess Tuck sees are lack of curriculum offerings, sports, and student activities. But Tuck is adamant in claiming that real changes are just around the corner. "I've never been part of a program that wasn't excellent" claims Tuck "and CBC will be no exception." In discussing his move to CBC Tuck notes a major cut in pay and some loss in a standard of living. "I came here because God wanted me here, and God didn't bring me here to fail." No, he didn't. Vol. XXVII Issue 8 California Baptist College March 1, 1985 What happened? Trustees Arrive, Meet, Leave The new board of trustees of California Baptist College met for the first time, February 8 and 9 in the A. J. Staples room here at CBC. Major actions taken included the adoption of the 85-86 bedget, a salary increase for all employees, and approval for the expenditure of $50,000 of Bold Venture funds for student life. In the presidential report, Tuck stated that he has been in touch with the city about a connection with the west lane of Magnolia Avenue from Palm Drive. He also introduced new Vice President of Student Affairs, Dennis Sheridan. Tuck's main emphasis was on the need for contributions from major companies. "We need a donor" Tuck Stated emphatically. The Student Life Committee brought a recommendation before the board for $50,000 of Bold Venture money to be allotted for student life. The money will go to the areas of "biggest impact on the students." Areas considered were the residence hall (dorms) and the basement of the W. E. James building (main building). Also recommended by Student Life were the details concerning a non-voting student trustee. The board voted on the budget for the 1985-86 school which includes a 6 percent increase for all employees. The new budget, which is based on an expected increase of 75 students, was passed unanimously. Other recommendations approved by the board include the granting status to the ministration honorary degree for both Rev. Dan Kong and Dr. Bill Hogue (Baccalaureate and Commencement speakers for '85), of divisional Business Ad- Dept., an and a recommendation "that the Office of Admissions . . . report directly to the Vice President of Student Life." Also included in the meeting were promotions for Dr. Don Shannon, Dr. Robert Jabs and Mr. Mack Brandon from Associate Professors to Professors. What is a Trustee? Each year of school has its share of beginnings and endings. New people join us and others leave. The life of a trustee at CBC is much the same. As one trustee leaves, another takes his place - this year has been no exception. CBC has 20 trustees each year. A trustee serves a four- year term beginning in January. Five new trustees are appointed each January. To become a member of CBC's Board of Trustees one must first be nominated, then approved by the Committee of Nominations under the Southern Baptist General Convention of Southern California. The Committee of Nominations has nine members led by Chairman Robert Langley of Long Beach. The Committee recommends four names to be voted on and later approved. Once selected, the new trustees are orientated at CBC. They receive a tour of the campus and an overview of the college's history. In the dif ferent sessions they meet and discuss CBC from every aspect. The newest trustees can then feel more acquainted with both the workings of the college and the students. To be selected as a trustree one must be a member of a church in California's Southern Baptist Convention. In order to keep a wide repr- sentation of California's views, no more than two members of any association may serve together. The Committee also looks for individuals who "can have the biggest impact on the growth and the development of CBC" stated President Tuck. The duties of a trustee, says Tuck, are to "make policy for the college, and give a long term direction evaluation to the President." The Board also gives guidance to the president in decisions. They are not involved in the administrative decisions of the college. At this time, CBC's Board See Trustee, pg. 2 Kellie Kirkpatrick registers surprise as Clancy Shehan looks on. Sweet Homecoming Kellie Kirkpatrick was honored as the 1985 Homecoming Queen at the half-time celebration of the basketball game between CBC's Lancers and Azusa Pacific University's Cougars. The five senior princesses vying for Homecoming Queen were Gaye Adams of Anaheim; Jamie Brumage of Camarillo; Debbie Hadley of San Ramon; Kellie Kirkpatrick of Thousand Oaks and Lou Ann McCoy of Fresno. Gaye, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Adams, is a psychology and physical education major. Jamie, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Brumage, is a liberal arts major. Debbie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marquis Hadley, is a physical education and English major. Kellie, the daughter of Bruce Kirkpatrick and Aellene Kirkpatrick, is a music major. Lou Ann, the daughter of Mildred McCoy of Fresno, is a business administration and political science/public administration major. See Homecoming, pg. 4 |